[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 13176]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




               RECOGNITION OF GOVERNOR EDWARDS' BIRTHDAY

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                        HON. CEDRIC L. RICHMOND

                              of louisiana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 20, 2016

  Mr. RICHMOND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 50th 
birthday of Governor John Bel Edwards of Louisiana. One of eight 
children, Governor Edwards learned the importance of helping others at 
a very young age, which he's shown through his profound strength and 
leadership in governing our great state of Louisiana. A retired 
Airborne Ranger for the United States Army and a diligent public 
servant, Governor Edwards has always put his community and nation 
first.
  Within his first 8 months in office, Governor Edwards has focused on 
the state's crippling budget crisis, led our recovery from the historic 
floods that destroyed more than 100,000 homes, and worked to bring the 
community together after two tragic shooting incidents. Through it all, 
he has focused on the positivity in our citizens and the need for 
rebuilding our state.
  Governor Edwards has faced every task and issue with an optimistic 
attitude, always believing that better days would be coming for 
Louisiana. I am proud to wish my friend a happy birthday.

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